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Kikusuichō, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kikusuichō is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 6,484. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
6,484 Population
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
44.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 29.2%
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.5%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
32% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population6,484
Median Age49.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population6,484
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates43.5500°, 141.8833°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation44.1 inches (1,120 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.6 inches (32 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kikusuichō a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kikusuichō receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Kikusuichō offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kikusuichō has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 12.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kikusuichō has a population of 6,484. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 27.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,484
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kikusuichō vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kikusuichō vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kikusuichō is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kikusuichō vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kikusuichō, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Kikusuichō vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Kikusuichō has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. The area receives 12.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall12.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates43.5500°N, 141.8833°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 2.6 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in
August 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in Warmest, Wettest
September 61°F (16°C) 5.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.6 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.7 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 4.4 in

Kikusuichō has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 20°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.6") and March the driest (2.1").

29.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.2%
13% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kikusuichō

What is the population of Kikusuichō?

Kikusuichō has a population of 6,484 residents and is located in Japan.. The median age of residents is 49.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Kikusuichō expensive to live in?

Kikusuichō is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kikusuichō?

Kikusuichō has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kikusuichō?

The job market in Kikusuichō is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kikusuichō?

29.2% of adults in Kikusuichō hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kikusuichō?

The obesity rate in Kikusuichō is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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